My grandfather, Carl Olavus Bye, was a musician, and, family legend suggests he was director of the Norwegian military/court band for 28 years in the mid 19th century. (At least partially true because I remember seeing his ceremonial sword with his uniform). In recent research I found reference to Carl listed as "Hoboist og Directeur". Now..... I know for a fact that Carl was not a "hobo" and I am somewhat confused by the use of the French spelling "directeur". Can anyone out there help me understand the meaning of "Hoboist and Directeur"?

Karl from New Hampshire (aka Karl haarfagre)

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